PRISTINE Mid-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURAL in the heart of VISTA LAS PALMAS. Designed by renowned architect WILLIAM KRISEL, AIA and built by the ALEXANDER CONSTRUCTION CO on a premium corner lot, idyllically set at the base of Mt. San Jacinto with PANORAMIC MOUNTAIN VIEWS, it was the original MODEL B3 introducing PALM SPRINGS MODERNISM to the world in 1959. This stunning home shows PRIDE of OWNERSHIP in every detail and has been meticulously PRESERVED, thoughtfully UPDATED, and highly UPGRADED, yet maintains Krisel's original footprint and vision with modernizations for today's SMART HOME. Krisel's CLEAN LINE AESTHETIC included a gabled roof to mimic the majestic mountains beyond, POST and BEAM construction, generously proportioned OPEN-CONCEPT LIVING spaces, vaulted WOOD-BEAMED ceilings, clerestory windows and WALLS of GLASS, allowing for abundant natural light, encompassing breathtaking views, and designed for seamless INDOOR/OUTDOOR LIVING. CHIC and SPACIOUS ENTERTAINING interior features: a Great Room with dining area centered around architectural block fireplace; a chef's kitchen with top-of-the-line WOLF/SUBZERO/BOSCH stainless steel appliances and quartz island/bar; three generous bedrooms with ample storage; and two beautifully updated spa bathrooms. PRIVATE 5-STAR RESORT exterior features: luxurious Saltwater pool with tanning ledge and newly added spa; expansive deck for lounging/dining; fire pit gathering area; outdoor bar; gourmet Italian pizza oven; professionally designed garden oasis with enormous granite boulders and specimen aloe, yucca, and cacti; mature hedges for total privacy; outdoor shower; oversized lot; and detached two-car garage with laundry. Recent modern and SMART HOME UPGRADES include: TRANE Central Heating/AC; Standing-seam Metal Roof; OWNED SOLAR with two TESLA Powerwalls 3.0; TESLA UNIVERSAL Car Charger; SONOS Sound System; Pebble-Tec Pool with PENTAIR System; HUE Lighting; Water Filtration; HONEYWELL Security System; and Automated Window Shades. Famed as a celebrity enclave, VISTA LAS PALMAS tops the list of Palm Springs' most prestigious and coveted neighborhoods, cradled by the natural beauty of the mountains, surrounded by Mid-Century dream homes and magnificent estates, and convenient to shops, restaurants, galleries, and world-class entertainment DOWNTOWN PALM SPRINGS has to offer. Truly a RARE FIND - an impeccable and iconic Mid-CENTURY MODERN ARCHITECTURAL designed by WILLIAM KRISEL, AIA, one of Palm Springs' most visionary architects, in one of Palm Springs' BEST LOCATIONS. On FEE SIMPLE Land YOU Own. DONE to the NINE's and sold TURNKEY FURNISHED with all designer indoor/outdoor furnishings and household necessities ready to enjoy PALM SPRINGS LIVING at its finest!
Sold for $2,160,000 on 10/14/25
$2,160,000
963 N Via Monte Vis, Palm Springs, CA 92262
3beds
1,600sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.29 Acres Lot
$2,160,000 Zestimate®
$1,350/sqft
$4,557 Estimated rent
Owner options
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 14, 2025 at 09:41am
Listed by:
Michael Gold DRE # 01034322 760-333-2276,
HomeSmart Professionals 760-844-7500
Bought with:
Sue M Cortes, DRE # 01518361
Excel Realty
Source: CLAW,MLS#: 25581967PS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Kitchen
- Features: Gourmet Kitchen, Pantry, Kitchen Island
Heating
- Central, Forced Air, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Washer, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Water Filter, Tankless Water Heater
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Breakfast Counter / Bar, Dining Area
- Flooring: Porcelain
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Great Room
- Furnished: Yes
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage - 2 Car
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: In Ground, Heated, Electric Heat, Gas Heat, Private
- Spa features: In Ground, Heated with Electricity, Heated with Gas
- Fencing: Privacy,Fenced Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s), Panoramic
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Lot-Level/Flat, Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 505112005
- Zoning: R1C
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Architectural
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Elastomeric,Metal
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- Year built: 1959
Details
- Builder model: B-3
- Builder name: Alexander Construction Co
Utilities & green energy
- Water: Water District
- Utilities for property: Underground Utilities
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Security System Owned, Alarm System
Location
- Region: Palm Springs
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